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Birth Defect Lawsuits

Parents want their children to be perfect however sometimes it's not always possible. If this happens, it's essential that parents who are shocked seek the assistance of a seasoned birth defects lawyers.

Medical malpractice, dangerous drugs and exposure to environmental hazards can lead to serious birth defects and injuries. A New York birth defect law firm; luxuriousrentz.com, can help you get answers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor is in violation of the accepted standard of care in his or her field. This could include failing to conduct routine prenatal testing, prescribing medication that increases the likelihood of a birth defect or making a mistake during the birth and delivery.

Birth defects and birth injuries are typically caused by genetic or environmental causes, but occasionally they occur due to the negligence or malpractice of a doctor. For example when a doctor fails to detect the presence of a congenital defect in utero and then fails to notify the parents of this condition, parents may make a claim for wrongful birth seeking compensation for the lifetime expenses associated with the handicapped child.

To win a medical malpractice claim in birth defects, the plaintiff must prove that the doctor was bound by a duty of care to the patient, that he failed to fulfill this duty, that his actions or lack of action directly caused damages and injuries and that he or she suffered economic and noneconomic damages from the injuries. These damages could include medical bills or lost wages, as well emotional distress.

Prenatal visits are important to ensure that pregnant women are provided with the appropriate testing and monitoring. If you suspect that medical malpractice caused your child's birth defects you should contact a medical malfeasance and birth injury lawyer as soon as you can.

Toxic Chemicals

In the United States, thousands of babies are born every year with birth defects. These defects may be of different severity and impact the way children behave, appear and performs. Some are minor and others can cause serious problems that may be fatal.

The reasons for a child's birth defects could be due to genetic disorders or a range of environmental and chemical factors. Exposure to toxic chemicals, for example causes serious complications in the newborn. Our firm is committed to holding employers accountable for exposure of pregnant women and their unborn children to harmful substances or drugs.

It is well-established in the scientific studies that certain toxicants and chemicals can pass through the placenta and affect an unborn baby. These chemicals are teratogenic. Teratogenic chemicals can cause birth defects like lips, palates, and clefts as well as spina Bifida.

Many mothers are exposed an array of toxic chemicals while working. These chemicals can be consumed or inhaled through the body's skin. These chemicals include industrial solvents, such as EGE, ethylene glycol ethers (EGE) employed in the manufacture of semiconductors. These contaminants can also be ingested by parents when they take certain prescription and over-thecounter medicines. Many medications have not been tested properly on pregnant women and have led to birth defects.

Environmental Exposure

While genetic disorders are among the most prevalent causes of birth defects, environmental exposure is also a major factor. A variety of toxins and chemicals found in our homes or workplace can increase the risk of having a birth defect. Pesticides and fungicides are among the most common. Heavy metals, paints, heavy pigments, and certain chemicals are also included. Exposure to toxic substances is nearly always inevitable. However, if companies fail to safeguard pregnant employees they're negligent and may be held accountable.

Researchers are still unable pinpoint exactly what causes a specific birth defect. It is possible that an interaction between a variety of factors could cause the condition, but the challenge is evaluating the interactions in real-time. This is why the National Children's Study, now being conducted in a number of states, is so important. The NCS will enrol 100,000 women from diverse populations and will follow them and their children over the long-term. This study will provide comprehensive information about how environmental factors affect the health of infants and children.

Many parents who suffer from a birth defect in their child are resentful and believe that they caused it. But, these problems are not always preventable. Our birth defect attorneys are aware of this and are dedicated in helping families who have children with birth defects.

Product Liability

Birth problems are caused by a variety of causes, from drug or alcohol use during pregnancy to genetic. Fortunately, the majority of these causes can be cured. If your child was born with a medical condition that could have been prevented or prevented, you could be entitled to claim damages in a birth defect lawsuit.

A New York birth defect lawyer will be able to assist you determine if your child's illness is caused by chemical exposure, a medication or any other environmental cause that could be eligible for compensation. Based on the degree of your child's illness the legal team will also be able calculate the total cost of associated medical bills that are suitable for compensation.

While the majority of cases are not due to medical negligence There have been instances where doctors have been negligent during or before labor and birth. A doctor could incorrectly prescribe a medicine that hurts the baby before it's born, or make a mistake during surgery.

Our birth defect lawyers have successfully prosecuted allegations that a mother's health care provider was exposed to prescription drugs or toxic chemicals, increasing the likelihood that she could give birth to a child suffering from birth defects. We also have brought birth defect lawsuits against paint factories and semiconductor manufacturers who expose their workers to toxic chemicals while at work.